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Downrite Construction, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Thornwood, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Shawn and his workers are top notch. I had an old brick patio covered with cement. The job came out great but it rained the night the cement was poured and damaged the cement. Shawn come the following day and resurfaced the whole padio. I definitely recommend his services and will rehire him in the future for another project I have"
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
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Lilco Construction Inc
5.0(
5
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Serving Thornwood, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Had the opportunity to experience Lilco's work on several projects. These guys always had a professional attitude and took the time for all preparations and quality control. They did not leave a mess or unwarranted damages like so many fly-by-night contractors tend to do. They even magnet swept driveways for screws/nails whenever they finished loading out for the night. The owner is always up front about any costs, with no hidden charges to get the jobs done."
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BTJ DEMO LLC
5.0(
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Serving Thornwood, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"BTJ demo were great they did an amazing job demoing my old shed and installing a new one. They were quick and efficient. I’ll certainly be giving then a call for any future work "
Retaining wall
Cleared trees and brush
Response time50 mins
Response rate100%
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Jaguar Paving Corp.
5.0(
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Serving Thornwood, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He was polite and business-orientated. He is highly professional, shows up on time, and accomplishes all tasks as promised. The paving was done neatly and I was totally satisfied with the work done"
New Asphalt Driveway with a new Edge (Belgian Blocks)
New Asphalt Driveway
New Asphalt Driveway
New Asphalt Driveway
Patio Pavers

+22

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Thornwood, NY

A professional team can clear an acre of land in as little as two to twelve hours, depending on your land's condition. You'll need to consider factors like vegetation density, terrain features, and obstacles such as trees, stumps, rocks, or existing structures can increase the time required. If your land is heavily wooded or has uneven terrain, expect the process to take longer and require more effort.

If you're looking to clear land for a pasture, expect to pay between $400 and $600 per acre for forestry mulching or $500 to $5,600 per acre for conventional land clearing. When choosing a method, consider:

  • Forestry Mulching: Leaves organic material in the soil, promoting new ground cover growth.

  • Conventional Clearing: You might lose valuable topsoil during this process.

A land-clearing project typically involves several key steps to prepare your property for construction or landscaping. First, assess your land and obtain any necessary permits from your local building department. Then, professionals use specialized equipment to remove trees, stumps, brush, and vegetation. After clearing, they haul away debris and may perform grading to level the land, ensuring it's ready for your intended use.

Preparing land to build a house typically costs between $1,000 and $4,000, depending on your land's size and condition. This includes clearing space for the foundation, which may involve removing trees, stumps, brush, and leveling or grading the site. Don't forget to budget for additional costs like permits, fees, and installing utility connections such as gas lines, water lines, and sewer mains.

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